Tragedy struck early Saturday morning at The Quincy apartments on Red River Street, as gunfire echoed through the corridors leaving one man dead. The Austin Police Department (APD) and Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services (A/TCEMS) responded to a distressing 911 call around 6:30 a.m. on April 27, reporting multiple shots fired at the complex situated at 91 Red River Street, according to the City of Austin.

Upon arrival at the chaotic scene, officers discovered Alan Picazzo, struck by bullets, who was quickly rushed to a local hospital by A/TCEMS. Despite the medical team's efforts, Picazzo was pronounced dead, succumbing to his injuries that afternoon. As per the City of Austin, from April 29 details the incident and confirms the ongoing homicide investigation spearheaded by APD detectives and crime scene experts.

Initial findings suggest that prior to the fatal shots, Picazzo engaged in a heated altercation with another individual. What began as a disturbance quickly spiraled out of control, leading to the gun violence that prematurely ended his life. The APD is fervently working through witness statements and evidence collected at the scene to piece together the circumstances that led to Picazzo's death.

The Austin Police are reaching out to the community for assistance, encouraging anyone with information regarding the incident to step forward. Information can be shared anonymously with the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program by visiting their website or placing a call to the tip line. A reward of up to $1,000 is on the table for tips that contribute to an arrest, aiming to bring closure to this brutal act of violence. Full details on how to submit tips can be found in the city's press release.